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Bosch Munitech Commences Operations at the
Bronkhorstspruit Biogas Plant
The Bronkhorstspruit Biogas Plant generates 4MW of
electricity, for export via the Eskom grid to BMW, in a
biological digestion process that converts agricultural waste
into green energy. The plant was designed and installed
by Bosch Projects on a turnkey basis with Bosch Munitech
subcontracted to undertake the mechanical, electrical and
instrumentation construction works.
Bosch Munitech assisted Bosch Projects in commissioning
the plant and is contracted to operate and maintain the plant
for a 5 year period. Early operational activities have included
development of the Annual Operating Plan; maintenance
programmes; operation and process management protocols;
the Occupational Health and Safety Plan and risk analysis, as
well as staff training.
The power plant started bioprocess commissioning in April
2015, with engine commissioning commencing in August 2015.
The plant has performed well and has come on line well within
the project commissioning timeframes.
This flagship project is the first of its kind in South Africa and
Bosch Munitech is proud to be the plant operator.
Bronkhorstspruit Biogas Plant.
Right: Dry Solids Load Facility.
Anton du Toit - [email protected]